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Assess the nature and level of physical security threats so that the scope of the problem can be determined.
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Test security measures for final acceptance and implement or provide procedures for ongoing monitoring and evaluation of the measures.
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Inspect fire, intruder detection, or other security systems.
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Perform risk analyses so that appropriate countermeasures can be developed.
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Inspect physical security design features, installations, or programs to ensure compliance with applicable standards or regulations.
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Outline system security criteria for pre-bid meetings with clients and companies to ensure comprehensiveness and appropriateness for implementation.
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Prepare documentation for case reports or court proceedings.
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Design, implement, or establish requirements for security systems, video surveillance, motion detection, or closed-circuit television systems to ensure proper installation and operation.
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Monitor the work of contractors in the design, construction, and startup phases of security systems.
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Budget and schedule security design work.
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Train personnel in security procedures or use of security equipment.
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Develop or review specifications for design or construction of security systems.
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Prepare, maintain, or update security procedures, security system drawings, or related documentation.
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Review design drawings or technical documents for completeness, correctness, or appropriateness.
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Conduct security audits to identify potential vulnerabilities related to physical security or staff safety.
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Design security policies, programs, or practices to ensure adequate security relating to alarm response, access card use, and other security needs.
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Monitor tapes or digital recordings to identify the source of losses.
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Interview witnesses or suspects to identify persons responsible for security breaches or to establish losses, pursue prosecutions, or obtain restitution.
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Recommend improvements in security systems or procedures.
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Provide system design and integration recommendations.
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Develop conceptual designs of security systems.
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Engineer, install, maintain, or repair security systems, programmable logic controls, or other security-related electronic systems.
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Respond to emergency situations on an on-call basis.